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Climate Quote by Terry Pratchett

“years ago, when it underwent a rapid increase to the current level of 21%. The amount of oxygen in today’s atmosphere is far greater than could ever be sustained without the influence of living creatures, which not only produce oxygen in huge quantities but use it up again, in particular” quote by Terry Pratchett
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““years ago, when it underwent a rapid increase to the current level of 21%. The amount of oxygen in today’s atmosphere is far greater than could ever be sustained without the influence of living creatures, which not only produce oxygen in huge quantities but use it up again, in particular””

Terry Pratchett

About This Quote

Source Essay: The Future of Earth’s Atmosphere, 2015

It explains that life sustains atmospheric oxygen, creating a feedback loop where organisms both produce and consume it.

In simple terms: Living beings keep the air breathable.

Key Takeaway

Protect ecosystems that generate oxygen.

Themes

environment science interdependence

Mood

concerned analytical

Type

scientific educational

When to use this quote

  • conservation
  • climate policy
  • education
  • research

Key Concepts

Biogeochemical cycles feedback loops

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we maintain this oxygen cycle?
  • What role do humans play in atmospheric health?
A Different Perspective

Human impact can disrupt this balance, leading to oxygen decline.

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